Figure 21 Plans of Brihadeshvara (Mukherji, 2001)
( A ) AIR [ 3 ] Ventilation Ventilation becomes a prime concern in these structures as the atmosphere inside the temple is very dark thus not much windows are seen in the inner Santorum but some openings around the Parikrama path of inner Santorum facilitate ventilation in these spaces. The ventilation is done through the windows doors or Mandapa halls at the entrances. The halls had projected porches on their walls, their use is functional, mainly for light and ventilation.
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